Extra Chapter

Extra Chapter – Alpha News Network

I apologize for the double chapter 102. Here is an extra chapter that is semi part of the story, but something I thought would be fun… A little inside as to what is to come. 

Third Party POV

“Welcome to Alpha News Network! Where all news about werewolves are our top priority! I am your host, Walter Bannock.” A well-dressed anchor man in a dark gray suit smiled into the camera.

“And I am Jennifer Lane.” A pretty blonde in a pale pink dress suit sat next to her co-anchor. “Good Evening everyone. We have several special reports that only can be heard here on Alpha News Network!” She smiled at her co-anchor.

“That’s right Jennifer.” Walter Bannock turned to face another camera. “What was supposed to be a night of celebration, turned into a night of devastation!” He paused for dramatic effect. “The Winter Moon Ball is one of the Royal family’s most famous events of the year, but this year not all turned out as it should have.”

“We turn to Jacob Abrams with more on the story… Jacob?” Jennifer Lane said as a photo of the Royal Family Crest appeared behind the two news anchors on the green screen.

The video flipped to a man standing outside the palace gates of the Blue Eclipse Pack holding up an umbrella shielding him from the rain. “That’s right. I am here outside the palace waiting to see if any of the royals have anything to say about the events that took place at the Winter Moon ball. According to reports, the Winter Moon Ball fell under attack by rogues, but the question everyone is wondering is how did they get into the palace with all the security and warriors around?”

The in-studio anchors were back on the video with concerned looks on their faces. “What did the Royals have to say about the security breach from the rogues?” Jennifer Lane’s eyes were wide with anticipation.

Jacob Abrams voice overlapped a video of several guests from the event running from the palace ball room with sounds of snarls and fighting echoing in the background. “There hasn’t been an official statement yet about the attack, but many are saying a purplish mist was seen inside the ballroom. The source of the mist is currently unknown. We do know it is some sort of magic mist.

“Do we know of any casualties?” Walter Bannock asked the reporter.

“We are aware of one casualty, but we are unsure if it is directly related to the rogue attack or not. Head Warrior, Gregory Valor, was pronounced dead on the scene… The mystery behind his death is still being investigated. Now back to you in the studio…” Jacob’s voice seemed uncomfortable about the announcement, but he kept his composure.

“Thank you, Jacob.” Jennifer Lane smiled warmly into the camera, before becoming serious again. “In more royal news, Alpha King’s intended chosen mate, a Gamma’s daughter from the Crystal Lake Pack, Hazel Summers has been put under house arrest for several accounts of deception against the crown.” A photo of Hazel Summers popped up as she was being taken away with several guards around her. “According to reports, she deceived the royal family by claiming her pregnancy was fathered by Alpha King Mars. She’s also being accused of assault while the king was intoxicated by drugs she provided.”

“Do we know who actually fathered Miss Summer’s child?” Jennifer spoke up.

“Yes! We do!” Walter smiled. “In an exclusive interview, Alpha Michael, a newly named Alpha, was Miss Summer’s mate before she rejected him. They met at the Summer Moon Festival that was being hosted by the Crystal Lake Pack a few months ago, but she rejected him for a…” He paused as if looking for the right word. “a more powerful Alpha. Alpha Michael comes from a small pack of less than 250 members.”

“Has anything been discussed about the pup?” Jennifer turned towards her co-anchor.

“Alpha Michael has submitted a full custody request to the Alpha king for the child once he or she is born. He intends to raise his heir with his second chance mate, Luna Talia who seems very happy about becoming a mother. While Hazel Summers will be most likely be placed in prison for her crimes or potential banishment.” Walter Bannock continued with a nod, “What some she-wolves would do for power and fame.” He shook his head, “We have attempted to reach out to Miss Hazel Summers family, but we received no comment at this time. Her trial is to take place in two weeks’ time.”

“Now onto a surprising story that has many werewolves talking… here is Janet Baltimore with the exclusive story about potential love…”

The camera flipped to another woman standing in front of a large green screen with a picture of King Alpha Mars with a black silhouette of a woman next to him with a pink heart encircling the two images.

“We have exclusive leaked video of the Alpha King dancing with a random woman who is not his ex-intended mate.” A clip of Alpha Mars and the mystery woman dancing on the dance floor was being shown while the anchor continued her report. “According to our sources, the pair were very familiar with each other and even seemed to intimately know one another. They danced only with one another as if they were goddess given mates!”

The video flipped back to the studio anchors. “Do we know the name of the mystery woman? How well does the King know her?” Walter Bannock asked his questions in a serious tone like he was trying to shock the audience with his words.

The video flipped back again. “No Walter, we don’t know her name, but according to our sources, the pair definitely seemed well acquainted with each other. But it could be anyone.”

“Watching that video the Alpha King really does seem to know her, don’t you agree Walter?” Jennifer Lane smiled into the camera like her statement was practically brand new. The questions seemed a bit redundant.

“Maybe this is our replacement Luna…” Walter chuckled.

Suddenly music began to play and both anchors turned towards each other in concern. A man with a headset on came into the video and handed Walter and Jennifer a few papers. The pair read over the reports live on the air, but tension seemed to fill the time on the video.

Walter spoke up, his tone void of any emotions. “This just in… Random rogue attacks on packs are breaking out all around the states. Alphas all over, have been reporting rogues are suddenly appearing inside their pack grounds. A purple mist covering the territories allows rogues to infiltrate without warning. Their leader, a female, has the ability to multi-shift into any animal before she attacks and destroys the pack. One captured rogue claimed she is “The Dark Alpha’s Pet” and is unstoppable.”

Jennifer spoke next on the story, “We go live to a press conference of the Alpha King…”

Alpha King Mars stood in front of a podium, dressed in a black suit, facing a large crowd of reporters and citizens. His authority voice boomed through the mics in front of him.

“As many of you are aware, our packs are under attack, by a so-called Alpha proclaiming to be the King of Rogues, the Rule of All… The Dark Alpha. Well, I am here to say, he is no Alpha, but a delusional wolf who wants to destroy what we have created. We have been receiving reports of packs being completely burned to the ground with very few lives being lost. It appears this Alpha doesn’t intend to kill, but to weaken our packs. If your pack has been under attack we will provide money, food, and aid to those in need. Just like my father before me, as your Alpha King, I have always strived to protect and serve my pack and the packs that I rule over. I am working tirelessly with my advisors and war specialists to come up with a plan to attack and take down all who follow the Dark Alpha.” He paused momentarily to take a deep breath before continuing. “I ask all Alphas to stay vigilant and double their border patrols until the threat is neutralized. If any pack needs assistance, please reach out and we will provide aid and warriors to you. May the Moon Goddess protect us during these trying times.”

Alpha Mars looked directly into the camera and spoke. There was undeniable anger in his voice that clearly was directed at the Dark Alpha. “Dark Alpha, you took what is mine, be prepared for a war you will not win.”